I Feel Immortal

Tarja's song 'I Feel Immortal' delves into the profound themes of escapism and the search for solace in dreams. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who feels lost and afraid upon waking, trapped in a reality that is both painful and unchanging. The recurring motif of closing one's eyes to escape suggests a deep yearning for a reprieve from the harshness of the waking world. The walls around the narrator symbolize the barriers and constraints of their reality, which they can only transcend through the act of dreaming.

In the dream state, the narrator experiences a sense of immortality and fearlessness. This dream world is a sanctuary where pain is overtaken by silence, and the narrator feels liberated from the fears and limitations of their waking life. The repetition of the phrase 'I feel immortal' underscores the contrast between the vulnerability of the waking world and the invincibility felt in dreams. This dichotomy highlights the power of the subconscious mind to provide comfort and strength, even if only temporarily.

The song also touches on the theme of time and memory. The lines 'Slowly, time forgets me' and 'I am only, only dreaming' suggest a desire to be free from the passage of time and the burdens of memory. The plea 'Don't wake me up!' at the end of the song emphasizes the narrator's desperation to remain in the dream state, where they feel safe and immortal. Tarja's powerful vocals and the haunting melody further amplify the emotional depth of the lyrics, making 'I Feel Immortal' a poignant exploration of the human need for escape and the solace found in dreams.